Inventory Specialist

Omni Specialist As an Omni Specialist, you play a key role in delivering seamless, efficient omnichannel experiences that connect our customers to the products they need, when and how they want them. With a primary focus on Ship-from-Store (SFS) and Omni Channel execution, you support daily operational excellence within the Pet Care Center (PCC). What You’ll Do Support a safe, clean, and compliant Pet Care Center environment for pets, customers, and partners. Adhere to and promote all safety, loss prevention, and operational procedures. Escalate issues or concerns appropriately to the Leader on Duty. Provide friendly, helpful, and solution-oriented customer service when supporting the sales floor. Support customer interactions using Petco’s selling model as needed. Contribute to a collaborative, inclusive team culture focused on shared success. Execute daily Ship-from-Store (SFS) operations, including accurate picking, packing, labeling, and shipping. Support efficient Omni Channel execution to reduce processing time through process familiarity and operational discipline. Assist with receiving, unloading, and stocking merchandise and supplies in accordance with operational guidelines. Maintain accurate inventory flow and support quarterly and annual physical inventory counts. Complete Omni and SFS-related projects, including planogram sets, labeling, signage, fixture setup, RTV processing, and hazardous waste handling. Analyze on-site conditions versus plan, identify variances, and recommend or implement corrective actions. Coordinate with Pet Care Center and field partners to ensure fixturing, floor plans, stocking, and SFS equipment are executed to standard. Communicate daily status updates to PCC leadership, including unfinished orders or required system corrections. Perform routine housekeeping tasks to maintain a clean, organized, and professional backroom and sales floor. Support special projects and additional operational tasks as assigned. What Success Looks Like High school diploma or GED required. Strong attention to detail and organizational skills. Basic math proficiency and above‑average communication skills. Ability to follow processes while applying sound judgment when needed. Strong teamwork and problem‑solving skills. Genuine interest in animals and their care preferred. What You Bring Minimum of 1 year of experience working with or caring for companion animals and aquatic life. Strong knowledge of animal care, husbandry, and maintenance practices. Demonstrated ability to educate others and communicate effectively. Strong customer service mindset with an aptitude for selling behaviors. Basic business, math, and inventory management skills. Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills. High school diploma or GED preferred. Completion and ongoing maintenance of the Petco Animal Care Certification Program required. Essential Functions & Work Environment Frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, reaching, and lifting; ability to move merchandise or animals weighing up to 50 pounds. Regular customer engagement on the sales floor, including cashiering and point-of-sale transactions. Must work in proximity to animals, with exposure to dander, odors, noises, and cleaning chemicals. Flexible availability to support Pet Care Center operating hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays. Why You’ll Love It Here Purpose-driven work that makes a difference for pets and people. A welcoming, inclusive team environment. Opportunities to learn, grow, and explore career paths. A fun, fast-paced role with variety each day. Compensation Salary Range: $17.00 - $25.00 Start Rate: $17.90 Equal Opportunity Employer Petco Animal Supplies, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or any other protected classification. #J-18808-Ljbffr